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CONWAY, S.C. — Clemson pounded out 14 hits and six pitchers combined to hold a dangerous Coastal Carolina offense in check as the Tigers went on the road and knocked off the No.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

2 Tigers Listed among Rookie of the Year Candidates

Could multiple members of Clemson’s 2026 NFL Draft class be in the Rookie of the Year conversation this coming season? ESPN’s Ben Solak ranked 2026 NFL Rookie of the Year candidates, and a couple of Tigers appeared in the “way-too-early” rankings – one on offense, and the other on the defensive side of the ball.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Clemson Sets Department APR Record

CLEMSON – Clemson Athletics posted its highest single-year Academic Progress Rate (APR) in school history, a 998 out of 1,000, in the NCAA’s latest data release, which includes the 2021-22 through 2024-25 academic years.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Tuesday Evening Update On 4-Star RB Target

In what has vecome a familiar theme for Clemson recruiting of late, things are trending in the wrong direction for the Tigers with one of their top two running back targets.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Clemson OL Target Commits Elsewhere

Another recruiting target has come off the board. Four-star Elijah Hutcheson (North Cross, VA) announced a commitment to Florida on Tuesday, choosing the Gators over Clemson, Virginia Tech and Vanderbilt.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Former Clemson DL Finds New Home

A former Clemson standout has found his new NFL home. Veteran defensive tackle D.J. Reader is signing with the New York Giants, according to multiple reports.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

4-Star Sets Official Visit to Clemson

Another recruiting target has confirmed his plans to give Clemson an official visit. Four-star Andrew Rogers (Grimsley, NC) will be one of a handful of prospects who will be on hand for officials, June 12-14.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Knaak’s 300 Ks has Him in Rare Company

CLEMSON – When Aidan Knaak struck out his eighth batter of the afternoon against No. 13 Boston College on Sunday, nothing seemed out of the ordinary. No celebratory music played.

Former Alabama Commit Picks Up Clemson Offer Following Unofficial Visit

After missing out on their top four cornerback targets, the Clemson Tigers have now shifted to new recruits, including a former Alabama Crimson Tide commit.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

ESPN on Pros, Cons for Clemson’s 1st-Round Picks

The 2026 NFL Draft marked the ninth time that Clemson has produced multiple first-round picks in a single draft, as this year, offensive tackle Blake Miller and defensive tackle Peter Woods were selected in the opening round.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Purify’s Return Sparks Clemson’s Lineup

CLEMSON – If you looked into Clemson’s dugout during a game in the last month, you would see head coach Erik Bakich, taking notes and ready to greet returning players.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / May 5

Clemson baseball takes second ACC series win with upset of Boston College

As 90,000+ country music fans descended on Tiger Town for George Strait’s return to Death Valley, Clemson baseball left fans with a smile as the Tigers overcame losing game 1 to take its second ACC baseball series of the season over then #20 ranked Boston College.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / May 5

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Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Swinney Admits Clemson has Disadvantage with NIL Budget

CLEMSON – The more things change, the more they stay the same for Clemson in college football. What does that mean, exactly? Clemson has always been the little guy in a sport that is run by the big boys like Alabama, Ohio State, Georgia and Notre Dame to name a few.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 4

Anderson Reveals Origins of ‘Polo’ Nickname

Kentavion “Polo” Anderson was one of the biggest gets for Clemson in the 2026 recruiting class. The in-state safety, out of nearby Dorman, was a consensus Top-150 prospect, with every major recruiting service ranking him as one of the 15-best safeties in the class.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 4

4-Star OL With Connection to Clemson Sets Next Visit

A Kansas lineman with a connection to Clemson is set to return to campus this summer. 2028 four-star offensive lineman Reece Wilmes tells The Clemson Insider that he will be back for Dabo Swinney’s high school camp on June 3.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 4

Former Bama Commit Visits Clemson, 2029 QB to Watch

A former SEC pledge is fresh off a visit to Clemson. Three-star CB Nash Johnson (McEachern, GA) visited over the weekend, and told The Clemson Insider he picked up an offer in the process.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 4

ESPN analyst compares Jets rookie Cade Klubnik to Super Bowl quarterback

The New York Jets took a flier on Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik when they selected him in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Russell Wilson may reject Jets via career-altering decision

The 'Active NFL QB starts leaders' quiz

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 4

Clemson Would Love History to Repeat Itself

CLEMSON – The postseason starts now for the Clemson softball team. The Tigers, who finished the regular season last week, learned on Sunday they will be the No.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 2

Clemson Hosts Pair of 2027 Recruits, Offers One During Unofficial Visit

After a wave of recruiting misses on the offensive line over the past few months, Clemson Tigers coach Matt Luke has decided to expand his palette, offering another trench player this past weekend following an unofficial visit.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 1

Clemson Predicted to Land Four-Star Running Back

As the offseason deepens, recruiting becomes an increasingly defining stretch, and that's no different when it comes to one of Clemson's priority running back targets.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 29

Geno Smith reportedly has strong feelings about Jets possibly signing Russell Wilson

A New York Jets team that brought Geno Smith back to the organization to be its starting quarterback for the 2026 season hosted big-name free-agent Russell Wilson for a visit on Monday evening.

Do Jets view Cade Klubnik as eventual replacement for Geno Smith?

Predicting when top 2026 NFL Draft QBs will receive first start

NFC East predictions after the 2026 NFL Draft: The division finally has a clear leader

The 'Famous NFL nicknames' quiz

The Maserati Move: Chiefs’ First-Rounder Peter Woods Redefines the Draft Celebration: He Didn’t Pay $200,000 For Maseratis He Gifted His Mom & Sister, They Were Free

ATLANTA — Most NFL draftees celebrate their first-round selection with a jersey and a hat. For Peter Woods, the newly minted defensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs, the celebration involved a fleet of Italian luxury SUVs and a historic party in the heart of Atlanta.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / April 27

Do Jets view Cade Klubnik as eventual replacement for Geno Smith?

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn addressed the state of his quarterback room after the team added Klubnik.

True-or-false for the 2026 NFL Draft: How will Jeremiyah Love, Fernando Mendoza, David Bailey and others fare in their rookie seasons?

Winners, losers from Day 3 of NFL Draft: Steelers make feel-good pick, Diego Pavia goes undrafted

Jets take stab at finding quarterback by trading up for Cade Klubnik

The 'NFL active completions leaders' quiz

Peter Woods News / College Sports Only / April 24

Peter Woods’ Family Goes Viral During NFL Draft

Draft moments go viral each and every year, it’s part of the appeal of watching the three-hour broadcast. At defensive tackle Peter Woods’ draft party, it wasn’t the eventual 29th overall pick who went viral.